German Shorthaired Pointer

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Origin:
This breed originated in Germany and was bred from Spanish Pointers, English Foxhounds, and Bloodhounds. A Fairly recent addition to American hunting, the first ones were imported to the United States in about 1920.

Aptitude:
A hunting dog through and through, this versatile dog has been successfully used to hunt pheasant, quail, grouse, partridge, snipe, woodcock, ducts, rabbits, coon, possum, and occasionally deer. German Shorthairs have excellent noses, and are biddable and talented pointers that combine good bird sense with retrieving ability.

Size:
Males weigh 55 to 70 pounds (25 to 32 kg) and stand 23 to 25 inches (63 to 65 cm) tall. Females weigh 45 to 60 pounds (20 to 27 kg) and stand 21 to 23 inches (53 to 57 cm) tall.

Coat:
The Shorthair coat is tight and lies close to the body. The hair is short, thick, and tough.

Colors:
Liver or any combination of liver and white, including spotting, ticking, or liver roan are allowed. Dogs with black, red, orange, lemon, or tan markings, and all white dogs are disqualified.

Coat Care and Exercise:
The Shorthair coat is trouble-free and easy to care for. Brushing with a slicker brush, chamois, or rubber currycomb is all it needs. Typical of sporting breeds, the Shorthair thrives on exercise. This dog is best placed in a sportive family who get to the field regularly. It likes to be kept busy and won't fit well in sedentary surroundings. If you are thinking of owning a Shorthair, but live in an apartment, you might want to re-think it. They are not suited for apartment life.

Mental Attitude:
Primarily, this is a hunting breed, one of the foremost upland bird pointers and retrievers of the nation. In this regard, it is an excellent pet for weekend hunters who also have large yards. As a companion dog, the Shorthair is active and intelligent. It requires interaction with its family and is perfectly at home in a household environment, if exercise and diversion are provided. Although usually friendly, with strangers it may be reserved and vigilant, and some references include short-tempered in this breed's description.

Training:
Training should start early rather than later. When properly trained, this dog is eager to please, biddable, and willing to learn. Consistency is the key to good training.

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